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Better Health Channel The Better Health Channel shares health advice quality assured by the Victorian Department of Health. In an emergency always call Triple Zero (000).

Welcome to the official page of the Better Health Channel. Please read our community guidelines before posting – https://go.vic.gov.au/3tISWzN

We provide links to health and medical information to improve the health and wellbeing of people and the communities they live in. The information we provide is:
- quality-assured and reliable
- up-to-date
- locally relevant, and
- easy to und

erstand. If you have any questions or concerns about the information on this page, please contact us via the Better Health Channel website: https://go.vic.gov.au/3S4zaYH

This page is monitored by Department of Health employees Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm AEST. Please note, we are unable to provide individualised health advice via social media. Advice provided on this page is general only – it does not replace care provided by qualified health professionals. For non-urgent 24/7 health advice call Health Direct on 1800 022 222.

11/09/2024

If you need urgent healthcare now, but it’s not life-threatening, you can get free help faster with Victoria’s Urgent Care Services.

🟠 Urgent Care Clinics (walk in, open late and on weekends)
🟠 Virtual Emergency Care (video call, 24/7)
🟠 Nurse-on-Call (on 1300 60 60 24) 24/7

Find out more ⬇️

10/09/2024

Quitting smoking can take a number of attempts, but your body will thank you soon after you start quitting. To help you on your journey, Victorian Department of Health has tips for you 👇

For more quitting tips, visit: https://go.vic.gov.au/4dL5KYk

26/07/2024

Whooping cough is highly contagious and can lead to life threatening infections in babies. Immunisation reduces your risk of developing severe symptoms and transmitting the illness.

Protect your loved ones and make sure your immunisations are up to date. Find out more below ⬇️

12/07/2024

Vic cases of pertussis (whooping cough) are 4x higher in 2024 than last year. We’re seeing an increase in school-aged children particularly.

Prevent the spread by ensuring you & your family are up to date with immunisations & stay home if you're symptomatic. Learn more ⬇️

27/06/2024

Respiratory syncytial virus ( ) is a common virus that can cause respiratory infections 🤧 It's highly contagious and can affect people of all ages, especially infants and young children.

Check out these tips below and help your loved ones stay well this winter ⬇️

13/06/2024

Proper hand washing with soap and water is an important step in reducing the spread of illness. Keep yourself and your loved ones well this winter and wash those hands! 🧼💦

07/06/2024

Did you know millions of Australians get sick from contaminated food every year?

Take care when preparing, storing, or serving food, especially with high-risk foods. Here are some quick tips to ensure your thinking about :

🧼 Wash your hands thoroughly before preparing food
🍴 Cook food to the proper temperature
🌡 Keep hot foods hot (above 75 degrees) and cold foods cold (5 degrees).
✔️ Leftovers can stay in the fridge for 4-5 days, but if in doubt, throw them out.

Watch this video to learn how to handle food safely and avoid getting sick. For more information visit: https://go.vic.gov.au/3Riaknp

30/05/2024

Winter is particularly bad for the spread of contagious illnesses, but not for the reason you might think! Find out why and how to protect yourself and your loved ones by visiting the link below ⬇️

09/05/2024

Did you know the Women's Pain survey is an opportunity for carers, family members, and loved ones to share their perspective too?

If you know a woman or girl (aged 12 and above) who has experienced pain, you can support them by taking part in the 10-minute survey until 31 July 2024.

Visit the link below and take part in the survey today!

30/04/2024

Feeling the chill? 🥶

As the temperature drops, don’t let your immunity go with it 💪

You can get your yearly flu shot & COVID booster together - double the protection, half the hassle!

For more info & vaccination locations visit the link below ⬇️

19/04/2024

Are you or someone you know a healthcare worker involved in pain care for women and girls? The Inquiry into wants to hear from you!

Share your valuable feedback through this 10-minute survey to help identify how the health system & services can be improved. Survey open until 31 July ⬇️⬇️⬇️

08/04/2024

The Inquiry into Women's Pain is calling on women and girls in Victoria to take part in a 10 minute survey about their experiences of pain and pain management.

Your voice matters & will help improve services and supports. To have your say visit the link below ⬇️

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